10 Best Books Like The Hero of Ages
If you loved The Hero of Ages by Brandon Sanderson, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
Quick Answer
The best books like The Hero of Ages are:
- 1The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V. E. Schwab4.5
- 2The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon0
- 3Jade City by Fonda Lee0#1
- 4Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson4.5
- 5Fated by Benedict Jacka0#1
- 6The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss0Series starter
- 7Assassin's Apprentice by Robin Hobb0Series starter
- 8Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett4.3#1
- 9A Sorceress Comes to Call by T. Kingfisher4.4
- 10The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch4.5#1

Emperor Elend Venture and his assassin wife Vin face their greatest challenge yet after accidentally unleashing the ancient evil spirit Ruin upon the world. As apocalyptic forces threaten to destroy everything they've fought to protect, the couple must navigate questions of loyalty, faith, and sacrifice to save their crumbling empire. This epic finale brings Sanderson's Mistborn trilogy to a dramatic climax where the fate of the world hangs in the balance.
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Detailed Recommendations
Jade City
Green Bone Saga #1 (works standalone)by Fonda Lee
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a brutal but intimate tone that will resonate with The Hero of Ages fans.

Fated
Alex Verus #1 (works standalone)by Benedict Jacka
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a gritty and cerebral tone that will resonate with The Hero of Ages fans.

The Name of the Wind
Start of An Unfinished seriesby Patrick Rothfuss
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a melancholy and lyrical tone that will resonate with The Hero of Ages fans.

Assassin's Apprentice
Start of The Farseer Trilogy seriesby Robin Hobb
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a melancholy and introspective tone that will resonate with The Hero of Ages fans.
Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries
Emily Wilde #1 (works standalone)by Heather Fawcett
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a cozy yet dangerous tone that will resonate with The Hero of Ages fans.

The Lies of Locke Lamora
Gentleman Bastard #1 (works standalone)by Scott Lynch
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a witty but brutal tone that will resonate with The Hero of Ages fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like The Hero of Ages
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue | V. E. Schwab | 4.5 | 2023 | 448 | Closest match |
| The Priory of the Orange Tree | Samantha Shannon | 0 | 2019 | — | Similar vibes |
| Jade City | Fonda Lee | 0 | 2017 | — | Similar vibes |
| Mistborn📚 Series starter | Brandon Sanderson | 4.5 | 2006 | 541 | Same author |
| Fated | Benedict Jacka | 0 | 2012 | 322 | Similar vibes |
| The Name of the Wind📚 Series starter | Patrick Rothfuss | 0 | 2007 | — | Start a new series |
| Assassin's Apprentice📚 Series starter | Robin Hobb | 0 | 2012 | — | Start a new series |
| Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries | Heather Fawcett | 4.3 | 2023 | 335 | Similar vibes |
| A Sorceress Comes to Call | T. Kingfisher | 4.4 | 2024 | 336 | Similar vibes |
| The Lies of Locke Lamora | Scott Lynch | 4.5 | 2006 | 752 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to The Hero of Ages?
The most similar books to The Hero of Ages are The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue, The Priory of the Orange Tree, Jade City.
What should I read after The Hero of Ages?
After finishing The Hero of Ages, readers most commonly pick up The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Brandon Sanderson, such as Rhythm of War.
Who writes books like Brandon Sanderson?
Authors similar to Brandon Sanderson include Brandon Sanderson, Robin Hobb, N.K. Jemisin.
What genre is The Hero of Ages?
The Hero of Ages is a Fantasy novel by Brandon Sanderson, published in 2011.
How long is The Hero of Ages?
The Hero of Ages varies in length depending on edition.
About The Hero of Ages
Audiobook Length: 27 hours and 25 minutesTricked into releasing the evil spirit Ruin while attempting to close the Well of Ascension, new emperor Elend Venture and his wife, the assassin Vin, are now hard-pressed to save the world.This adventure brings the Mistborn epic fantasy trilogy to a dramatic and surprising climax as Sanderson's saga offers complex characters and a compelling plot, asking hard questions about loyalty, faith and responsibility.





